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- Page 1 Digital TV recorder DTR-HD500 User guide DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 1 21/07/2010 19:46...
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Page 2: Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information Thank you for choosing this TVonics Digital TV recorder. Before using the Digital TV recorder, please take a minute to read the following important safety information. • Only use the AC mains adaptor supplied with this unit, refer to page 41 for specifications (model FW7581/ UK/12). -
Page 3: General Information
General Information TVonics is not liable for any damage or loss caused directly or indirectly by the malfunction of this unit, including, without limitation, failure to record contents intended to be recorded by the consumer Note: • In the event your product is returned to our service centre, we are unable to guarantee your recordings will be maintained. -
Page 4: Trademark Acknowledgements
For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country, please contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product. In conformity with the WEEE Regulations. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 4 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Additional Information Programming the Remote Control ........................... 37 Manually Programming the Remote Control ......................38 Finding the Remote Control’s Current Codes ....................... 38 Troubleshooting ................................39 Specifications ..................................41 Remote Control Brand Codes ............................. 43 DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 5 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 6: Package Contents
Package Contents Digital TV recorder (DTR) Batteries (2xAAA) Remote control AC mains adaptor HDMI cable RF cable User guide Quick start guide DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 6 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 7: Overview Of The Digital Tv Recorder
Ethernet socket SCART output socket Aerial input socket Aerial (loop through) HDMI output socket HDMI input sockets 1/2 output socket USB socket SPDIF output Power socket (Standard TOS link connector) DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 7 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 8: Overview Of The Remote Control
Overview of the Remote Control 2& 1& DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 8 21/07/2010 19:46... - Page 9 USB - Switches the viewing mode to USB. STB - Switches the Digital TV recorder on/into Standby. *The remote control must first be programmed to operate your TV. Refer to page 37 for more information. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 9 21/07/2010 19:46...
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Page 10: Inserting The Batteries Into The Remote Control
• Always dispose of old batteries safely. Check with your local council for how you should get rid of batteries. Never put batteries on a fire or in the bin with normal household waste. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 10 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 11: Connecting Equipment To The Rear Of The Recorder
A HDMI cable is recommended as it gives higher quality picture and sound and is required for High Definition viewing. Note: • Socket names vary according to make and model of your equipment. • Photo Viewer socket does not support all USB devices or cameras. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 11 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 12: Switching Your Digital Tv Recorder On
This will give you information about the DTT/Radio channel that is currently being watched or listened to. It also displays symbols such when using the Digital TV recorder functions. When using the Photo Viewer function “Photo” is displayed. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 12 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 13: Automatic Tuning
[OK] button (if available). 5. A summary screen, like the one below, is shown. Press the [OK] button to exit the automatic tuning process. Congratulations ! The Digital TV recorder is now ready to use. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 13 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 14: Everyday Use
• HDMI pass through is only available when the unit is powered out of Standby mode and using HDMI output from this unit. *The remote control must first be programmed to operate your TV. Refer to page 37. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 14 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 15: Common Symbols
Playback of recording has been locked. Recording has been protected from deletion. Play. Pause. Record. Slow motion. Fast Forward. Rewind. Fast Forward (x16). Fast Rewind (x16). Fast Forward (x128). Fast Rewind (x128). High Definition. Audio Description available. [AD] DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 15 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 16: The Electronic Programme Guide (Epg)
[GUIDE] or [BACK] button. If you accidentally set a wrong programme to record, press the [ ] button again to cancel. While moving around the EPG the currently viewed programme is highlighted in white. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 16 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 17: The Channel List
[ / ] buttons. [RED] button. Display the previous nine channels in the list... [GREEN] button. Display the next nine channels in the list... Switch to the selected channel... [OK] button. [BACK] button. Exit the Channel List... DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 17 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 18: The Info Display
Switch to another channel (when viewing that channel’s information)... Set a current or future programme to record... [ ] button (whilst viewing that programme’s information). Refer to page 20 for more information. Exit Info... [INFO] or [BACK] button. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 18 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 19: Picture In Picture (Pip)
Picture In Picture (PIP) Picture In Picture allows you to watch two channels at the same time. The sound from the main picture is always played. PIP screen (highlighted) Press [PIP] button. Switch on Picture In Picture... [ / / / ] buttons. Move the PIP screen... -
Page 20: Recording Programmes
For full details on the Info display, refer to page 18. 4. Manually recording • With the Timers screen displayed, press the [YELLOW] button to manually set a recording. For full details on the Timers menu, refer to page 26. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 20 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 21: Recording Options
(when supported by broadcasters). To use this feature press the [GREEN] button and select the programme(s) you wish to record. Go to the Timers screen to check the recorded program, and the timer can be modified (Refer to page 24/25 for more information). DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 21 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 22: Recording Conflicts
• The Digital TV recorder will also automatically add 3 minutes to the end of each recording to make sure the entire programme is recorded. However, if any subsequent recording starts during those 3 minutes, then the first recording will be stopped to allow the new recording to commence. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 22 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 23: Timeshifting
3 times to fast forward faster. Watching in Slow Motion • Press to pause live TV or a recording. • Press to watch in slow motion. Press to return to normal. Stopping Timeshifting • Press . DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 23 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 24: The Timers Screen
• The number of hours displayed as Free and for the Library and Timers are approximate only. These are based on recording Standard Definition TV programmes. If recording High Definition TV programmes then the number of hours will change. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 24 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 25: Modifying Timers
All of the settings can then be changed. This is displayed if you manually set a timer (see next page). The Channel, ‘Manual’ Start time, End time, Change/Delete and Playback can all be changed. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 25 21/07/2010 19:46... - Page 26 2. Press [ ] or [ ] to highlight the required setting. Use the [ / / / ] and [0]-[9] buttons to make changes. All settings apart from Type can be changed. 3. Press the [GREEN] button to save the changes. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 26 21/07/2010 19:46...
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Page 27: The Library Menu
[YELLOW] button (see next page for more Add the selected recording to the playlist... details). [BLUE] button. Press the corresponding colour Sort the recordings... button to select the required sort option. [LIB] or [BACK] button. Exit the Library menu... DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 27 21/07/2010 19:46... - Page 28 Video tape/DVD, don’t forget to start recording on your Video or DVD recorder. While the playlist is playing, press and hold to skip to the next programme in the playlist. Press and hold to return to the start of the current programme. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 28 21/07/2010 19:46...
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Page 29: The Photo Viewer
• Do not connect a DSC, USB Card reader or USB Flash drive using a USB Hub. Pictures may not be displayed correctly, or it may cause a malfunction. • Certain types of USB device may not work with this Photo Viewer function. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 29 21/07/2010 19:46... - Page 30 • The response time may vary when switching pages or loading files, according to the contents of each image. • An Error Message will be displayed if there are no compatible images on the memory device. • Functions, such as Picture In Picture and Channel selection are not available during photo viewing. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 30 21/07/2010 19:46...
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Page 31: The Main Menu
Guidance Lock Automatic Search Details Accessibility Sort Channels Lock Channels Manual Search Signal Strength Settings Over Air Software DTR Settings Set PIN Upgrade USB Software Dolby Settings Upgrade Network settings Reset STB Default PIN =0000 DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 31 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 32: Main Menu Options
Main Menu Options Edit Channel List Menu • Hide Channels Allows you to hide unwanted channels. Press the [OK] button to select a channel to hide. • Sort Channels Allows you to rearrange the channel order. Press the [OK] button to select the channel you wish to move. - Page 33 Main Menu Options Display Allows you to change how the front panel display functions. The following options are available: 1. Normal <default>. The front panel display will show information about the DTT/Radio channel currently being watched or listened to. It also displays symbols such when using the Digital TV recorder functions.
- Page 34 - All outputs will carry Stereo (without Dolby Surround). Audio Delay Allows you to delay the audio timing so that it synchronises with the TV picture. This allows for delays that may be introduced by some TVs. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 34 21/07/2010 19:46...
- Page 35 • If you choose invalid IP settings the Digital TV recorder may not operate correctly. Parental Control Menu • Guidance Lock Allows you to automatically lock playback of recorded programmes that are parentally advised. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 35 21/07/2010 19:46...
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Page 36: Service Menu
Allows you to upgrade your Digital TV recorder using a USB Flash drive connected to the USB socket. To upgrade, follow these instructions; 1. Download the upgrade file from the tvonics.com website. 2. Transfer the file to the root directory of your USB Flash drive. 3. Plug your USB Flash drive into the USB socket. -
Page 37: Programming The Remote Control
The codes you enter may be lost if weak batteries are not replaced immediately. Even if your TV brand is listed in the code table, in some instances it may not be possible to operate all of the available functions. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 37 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 38: Manually Programming The Remote Control
No flashes indicates a zero. 4. Press the [3] button and count the number of times the [ TV] button flashes. The number of flashes is the third number of the code. No flashes indicates a zero. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 38 21/07/2010 19:46... -
Page 39: Troubleshooting
Remote Control Problem Possible cause/remedy Remote control does not • If the remote control does not operate your TV, re-programme work the remote control (refer to page 37). • Replace the batteries. DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 39 21/07/2010 19:46... - Page 40 TVonics Helpline: 0870 80 30 551 (calls charged at national rate) TVonics Website: www.tvonics.com TVonics E-mail support: support@tvonics.com DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 40 21/07/2010 19:46...
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Page 41: Specifications
High Definition – Dolby E-AC3 / MPEG-4 HE-AAC Audio mode Mono / Stereo / Dual AV Connectors HDMI input ports 2 x HDMI type A (19-pin) - selectable HDMI output port 1 x HDMI type A (19-pin) DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 41 21/07/2010 19:46... - Page 42 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. All information correct at time of going to press. HDMI v1.3a Inputs – Supported HDMI Output Resolutions (pass-through) (not from HDMI pass-through) Signal name Signal name 480i/480p 1080p 576i/576p 1080i 720p 720p 1080i 576p 1080p 576i HDCP (pass-through) CEC (pass-through) DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 42 21/07/2010 19:46...
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Page 43: Remote Control Brand Codes
Remote Control Brand Codes Use the brand codes in the following list when programming the remote control to operate your TV (refer to page 37). Please refer to “www.tvonics.com/codes” for a complete list of all brands covered. TV Brand List Brand... - Page 44 © 2010 TVonics Solutions Ltd. Printed in UK U-MAN-002-00 71-810-024-30 DTR-HD500 User Guide.indb 44 21/07/2010 19:46...
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